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burnteyes
07-31-2008, 08:55 PM
I checked the oil in my bike and the leval is fine but its starting to get really dark so i was wondering can i pickup an oil filter from advanced auto? and if so im not sure what filter to get? I was trying to keep from drive 60 miles to th buell dealer to grab one pluss oil.
oh and sry if this is the wrong spot for this question [confused]

TMC
07-31-2008, 10:01 PM
there's a thread some where about filters

teh Nub
07-31-2008, 10:05 PM
A lot of people use the WIX model # 51394. You can buy them cheap on Amazon 51394 oil filter (http://amzn.to/1L8mNnc). I currently have a Mobil 1 M-103 on my XB12Ss because I discovered I had a defective WIX filter mid oil change, over the July 4th weekend when my wix/amsoil dealer was closed and 30 miles away.

As for oil, I use Amsoil 20W-50 Synthetic in both the swingarm (engine) and Primary/clutch. I'm happy with it.

51394 oil filter (http://amzn.to/1L8mNnc)

burnteyes
07-31-2008, 11:15 PM
thx[up]

burnteyes
08-01-2008, 07:38 PM
One more question it says to use locktight... do you guys use it?

teh Nub
08-01-2008, 09:38 PM
Yes

06xb9r
08-02-2008, 04:26 AM
I do not use loc-tite, no problems

BillXB
09-19-2008, 03:15 AM
The standard Harley Synthetic oil is up to standard and not only does the bike runs smooth, al lot of engine noises also fade, this however can only be used after approx 8000km on the engine.

We have been using the new K+N filter with the advantage that it keeps the oil cleaner and in the same breath ensure better oilflow through the filter and in the process ensure better cooling of the engine. Whatever you use it is wise to always contact the local Harley shop and make sure that your guarantee is not compromised with the change

joshs74nova
09-19-2008, 01:34 PM
ACDelco # PF1233
Amsoil SDF10
Bosch # 3311
Champion # C138
Fram # PH4967
HD # 63806-00Y
K&N # hp-1003/KN-177
Mighty # m4477
Napa # 1394
Mobil 1 # M1-103
Motorcraft # FL836
Penzoil # pz39
Purolator # L14476
STP # S4967
Valvoline # vo40
Wal-Mart Super Tech # ST4967
Wix # 51394

I only use Royal Purple, I feel they are the best. "You get what you paid for", and it isn't cheap. Also, I dont have one buy I think the K&N oil filters are pretty high quality. I have one on my 350z.

Bill2
10-09-2008, 05:12 PM
"You only get what you pay for" Well that's true a lot of times but the wal-mart super tech ST4967 are well made oil filters. In fact their made better than some filters that cost 3 times as much. I've been using them on different bikes for over a 100,000 miles. BTW i'am not promoting wal-mart by no means because they suck in alot of ways!

GatorBuell
10-09-2008, 09:04 PM
Im running the Mobil 1 filter with the Mobil 1 V-twin oil.

joshs74nova
10-09-2008, 09:40 PM
Most filters out there are I'm sure about the same. Most comparisons that I've been reading, always claim that FRAM is of very poor quality. Whichever brand you pick wal-mart, K&N, or Amsoil I'm sure they will be fine. I posted the above, in case they didn't have the "1" that you were looking for.

Do we need to buy some sort of gasket when changing the lubricant in the primary?

Stevenc150
10-10-2008, 02:29 AM
Do we need to buy some sort of gasket when changing the lubricant in the primary?

Yeah, the Harley or Buell dealerships have a Primary gasket that you need to replace when changing the primary oil. At least that's what the Service manual says. I've read a lot of posts on here where some are very careful with it and re-use with no problems.

joshs74nova
10-10-2008, 01:28 PM
Thankyou sevenc150, i appreciate it. +1

Stevenc150
10-10-2008, 02:11 PM
No Problem. I learn so much off this site, that I look for opportunities to help out when I can.

taildraggin
10-03-2009, 07:33 PM
Resurrecting an oldie...

I've only seen Purolator filters (AKA Bosch, Motorcraft, PowerFlo, ProLine, Purolator Premium Plus, Purolator Pure One, Quaker State) to be consistently built well. There is enough info below to make reasonable choice.
Suzi/Honda filters (http://www.calsci.com/motorcycleinfo/FilterStudy.html)

Car filter review (http://minimopar.knizefamily.net/oilfilters/reference.html)

DrogeN Omen
03-22-2011, 09:30 PM
ok lots of info here on Filter for Buell's but i seem to have run into an issue where almost all of these filters are not available in New Zealand...


i finally managed to find a Royal Purple and Mobil 1 oil importer here but prices aren't cheap...

i have been told that "Castrol Power 1" is a good oil for Buells

will check to see if the K&N filter is available but thinking all i have to go with is the Harley/Buell genuine filter. :(

anrkizm95
03-22-2011, 11:10 PM
Fram # PH4967
ACDelco # UPF1233
Car Quest 85394
HiFloFiltro #HF177
K&N # hp-1003, KN-177
Napa # 1394
Mobil 1 # M1-103
Motorcraft # FL836
Purolator # L14476 Valvoline # vo40
Wal-Mart Super Tech # ST4967

DrogeN Omen
03-23-2011, 02:39 PM
found this....

best filters for Buell according to this site.

http://www.calsci.com/motorcycleinfo/FilterXRef.html

* Purolator PL14476 / PL14477
* Mobil1 M1-102
* Bosch 3330
* Walmart Supertech ST4967 / 4386


also best oil.

http://www.calsci.com/motorcycleinfo/Consumables.html

The best synthetics are: (in no particular order)

* Shell Rotella-T Synthetic 5w-40 (blue container, not white), $13 / gallon at Wal-Mart.
* Mobil Delvac-1 5w-40 (grey container, not black), $27 / gallon at Petro stations, $20 / gallon at Farm and Fleet.
* Mobil-1 SUV 5w-40, about $5 / qt anywhere.
* AMSOil AMF 10w-40 synthetic motorcycle oil, about $6 / qt.
* Golden Spectro Supreme, (no price).
* Motul 5100 Ester, (no price).

The best petroleum oils are: (in no particular order)

* Chevron Delo 400 15w-40 (blue container) $7 / gallon at any auto parts store, $34 / 6 gallons at Costco.
* Mobil Delvac 1300 15w-40 (black container) $6 / gallon at any auto parts store, $21/ 4 gallons at Sam's Club.
* Shell Rotella-T 15w-40 (white container) $7 / gallon at Wall-Mart or any auto parts store, $34 / 6 gallons at Sam's Club.

RedLighting
03-24-2011, 07:11 PM
FYI Eric Buell Racing just partnered with Amsoil. All oil listed are only up to w40, if you live in the south Buell recommends 20w50. A lot of manufactures make oil picificly for air cooled V twins. The best insurance is regular oil changes. Ride Hard, but take life easy.:p

DrogeN Omen
03-25-2011, 01:54 PM
talked to a few motorbike performance specialists (race and drag biker) and they said Mobil 1 burns real quick.

they recommend (for colder areas)
-- CASTROL POWER 1 GPS (SAE 10W-40)
-- CASTROL POWER 1 RACING (SAE 5W-40)

DrogeN Omen
03-30-2011, 01:51 PM
any one tried these...

http://www.nrhsperformance.com/partslubrication.shtml

http://www.nrhsperformance.com/images/Hurricane%20filters.jpg

Hurricane Oil Filter for Buell XB/Blast
Natural Billet Finish (Same as 1st on left)

#00-S9

$139.00

fakameanrepresent
08-06-2011, 12:55 PM
i think i will go with a wix or bosch oil filter.

INKMAN815
08-06-2011, 02:26 PM
WIX [up]

BRatigan
08-06-2011, 04:23 PM
The Walmart filter is inexpensive and tested really high. It uses a good amount of the latest filter medium and they are built well. Its all I use and they are black which is a bonus.

BR

fakameanrepresent
08-09-2011, 12:34 PM
ok, i bought a WIX.

user_deleted
08-09-2011, 01:20 PM
filter exactly the same as 2007 and up toyota yaris if you forget any of the above #'s posted. $99 at any H-D dealer....$3 at wal-mart. LOL. personally i would never use loctite on oil filter threads but that's just me.

buellxb
03-13-2015, 09:59 PM
Resurrecting this post. I know from experience that parts are getting harder to find every day. You can find most of these filters on Amazon now.

Wix 51394 - Wix 51394 (http://amzn.to/1L8mNnc)

K&N 177 - K&N 177 (http://amzn.to/1MyUCLF)

Risp
06-12-2015, 04:31 AM
Just bought a Wix 51394 on amazon for my next oil change. I'm curious, anyone using the Wix XP 51394?

lancruza
11-08-2016, 07:31 PM
filter exactly the same as 2007 and up toyota yaris if you forget any of the above #'s posted. $99 at any H-D dealer....$3 at wal-mart. LOL. personally i would never use loctite on oil filter threads but that's just me.

John, you ARE the man

user_deleted
11-08-2016, 09:23 PM
John, you ARE the man
you're too kind LeVan. my head is already way too big.

Mesozoic
02-23-2018, 04:08 AM
I just ordered some Wix 51394XP filters, should be superior to standard ones. FYI, NAPA filters are rebranded Wix.